Engine swap, '77 911s engine swap Options

[Morph914]

I am considering the purchase of a 911 s engine on this site to swap for my 1.7. However, I would like to get an idea of the work involved to make this happen. Thank you in advance for your help.

Cheers,

John

[iwanta914-6]

I know that the engine in consideration is from a 914world seller, but usually there's some concern when talking about the 2.7L engine isn't there? Buyer has hopefully done a lot of homework before jumping into this giant potential money pit.

[Justinp71]

I know that the engine in consideration is from a 914world seller, but usually there's some concern when talking about the 2.7L engine isn't there? Buyer has hopefully done a lot of homework before jumping into this giant potential money pit.

The 2.7L has the mag case. It was the largest of the mag case motors and in cali they came with a thermal reactor and 5 blade fan. This combo made for pulled head studs.

I did have a tired 2.7L and because the car is not driven a lot it lasted me about 7-8 years as a fun, but very leaky motor. When I wanted a new motor in 2008 I found it cheaper to start with a good 3.0L than rebuild the 2.7L. Not sure if that is still the case or not. If the 2.7L has timecerts installed in the threads it was probably rebuilt at some point.

But a good running flat six in these cars is pure joy... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)

I would also consider a honda or subaru six (or four) these days as you can have the same hp, for far less money. But the motor is the main cost, so if the 911 2.7L is at a good price it would be something to consider. Plus it will have more value with a Porsche motor.